East Lansing Wedding Photography - Jennifer + Brad

Jennifer and Brad were married this past weekend at the beautiful Hawk Hollow Chapel and had a fabulous reception at Eagle Eye Golf Course. The weather was lovely and it was a pleasure to celebrate the day with the couple's family and friends. It was fun to see a few familiar faces as well including a few of my previous anatomy students and a wonderful couple whose wedding I photographed several years ago when I was getting my start (Brad was a groomsman in that wedding).

Jewelry in the firepit...check!

LOVE this moment!

Yes, I love this backdoor.

I have nightmares about taking this shot.

What a blessing to have your great grandmother share in your wedding day and then have an image like this. I wish it were my own.

What is everyone cheering about?

Sweet Home Alabama sung by this sweet little guy!

Anyone want to guess what song?

One of many reasons I love shooting at Eagle Eye.

Congratulations Brad and Jennifer! John and I had a wonderful time sharing your day with you. I hope you enjoy your sneak peek and have a wonderful honeymoon in Mexico!

Little did this couple know they hold a special place in the history of my photography business which made this wedding extra special for me (more on that later).

Bethany + David

Summer term of teaching starts tomorrow for me, so in case the slideshow is delayed for this wedding, I am going to make this a longer post.

Bethany and David were married yesterday in Portland and had their reception at Hawk Hollow in Bath. It was a beautiful day (the rain held off until the end of the night), a heartfelt ceremony and a wonderful celebration with so many loving family and friends supporting them.

They opted for a very sweet "first look" which allowed us to do all of the formals and many of the candids before the ceremony. Let me just say, I didn't want my dress to get dirty before the ceremony when I got married even though pictures were very important to me, but Bethany rocked it for the sake of the pictures...a little mud, some weeds, bugs, etc. all before the ceremony. We did keep the dress pretty clean and I hope she agrees, her more relaxed approach to the day made for some fun shots.

David and Bethany both love cars. David has restored his Ford Mustang (I won't embarrass myself by trying to remember the year) and I was excited they wanted to include it in some of the pictures.

Congratulations Bethany and David! We appreciate all of the kindnesses you extended to us. I hope you have a wonderful honeymoon in Boston and that you enjoy your sneak peek!

Bethany is a jeans and tennis shoes girl after my own heart, but these low heels were elegant and I am guessing pretty comfortable.

This dress was 'made' for Bethany.

The ride!

The first look, witnessed by both of their parents (and some curious bystanders peeking out the windows).

Then we took advantage of the sights around Portland.

With the help of some local softball players blocking traffic for us.

I know there is nothing incredibly unique or creative about the posing of the image below, but there is something about it that I just love. It is my favorite of the day.

LOVED the flower Bethany wore in her hair. I hope she doesn't mind me telling that her veil got lost the day of the wedding. Secretely, I was excited because her hair and flower begged to be seen in the pictures.

I learned what a "burn-out" was yesterday!

A little mud, a few bugs and according to my husband, some poison sumac...and a stunning bride...do make for a pretty photo.

I just love the look on Bethany's face and that of her friend in the pew.

Hawk Hollow looked gorgeous decked out in the couple's simple and elegant decor.

Oh, the food! Unique and delicious...bbq ribs, pulled pork, cornbread. Well, if you have cornbread...why not use it for a fun ring shot. YUM!

Bethany and David gave us tons of time for photos.

Lots more of the reception to come.

The first dance.